How to repair the cable on a MIG Gun with a T Series Straight Handle

Remove consumables (Nozzle, Retaining Head, Contact Tip). Remove the liner from the gun. Mount neck in the vise. Disassemble handle and remove switch from leads. Move the handle back.Bend cable behind connector cone. Cut cable at bend. Slide two large “Oetiker” clamps 1.5 ft. down the cable (required for crimping later). From your cut (end […]

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How To Replace the TOUGH GUN CA3 Gun Unicable

IMPORTANT: The following instructions pertain to unicable replacement on TOUGH GUN CA3 MIG Guns manufactured on or after April 8, 2015 NOTE: Unicable replacement can be done while the gun is mounted to the robot. There is no need to uninstall the gun before proceeding. Remove nozzle, retaining head and liner.FOR CLUTCH MODELS ONLY: Disconnect […]

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FAQ | Pistolet MIG robotise TOUGH GUN CA3 et TA3

English Tregaskiss a compilé une liste de questions fréquemment posées sur les nouveaux pistolets MIG robotiques à refroidissement par air TOUGH GUN® CA3 et TOUGH GUN TA3 et comment convertir les pistolets MIG robotiques à refroidissement par air des séries TOUGH GUN G1 et / ou G2 en ces pistolets des modèles : Pourquoi ajoutez-vous […]

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FAQs | TOUGH GUN CA3 and TA3 Robotic Air-Cooled MIG Guns

Frequently Asked Questions About the New TOUGH GUN CA3 and TA3 MIG Guns and How To Convert From TOUGH GUN G1 and G2 Series Français Tregaskiss has compiled a list of frequently asked questions about the new TOUGH GUN® CA3 and TOUGH GUN TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG guns and how to convert from the TOUGH […]

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How To Install the TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer Sprayer Valve Retrofit Kit

Required Tools: 9/16″ wrench11/16″ wrench5 mm Allen key3 mm Allen key2.5 mm Allen keyPrecision flat head screwdriverWire strippers Installation Instructions Disconnect power and air. Identify your anti-spatter source (bulk-feed or Tregaskiss supplied reservoir). Disconnect the source from the bracket mounted on the side of your TOUGH GUN® TT3 Reamer. Remove the MALE fitting from the […]

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New Liners Trim Length Chart

Centerfire™ Diffuser Part NumberLiner Trim LengthD-19/16″14.3 mmD-1T13/16″ 20.6 mmD-1T513/16″20.6 mmDS-19/16″14.3 mm DS-1T5/8″ 15.9 mm DW-1 1/4″ 6.4 mmQuik Tip™ Diffuser Part Number Liner Trim Length D1145/8″15.9 mmD114Q 9/16″14.3 mmD1183/4″19.1 mmD118Q 3/4″19.1 mm D118QLL1 5/16″33.3 mm D1FQ 7/8″22.2 mm D2187/8″2.2 mmTOUGH LOCK® Retaining Head Part Number Liner Trim Length ALL3/4″9.1 mm

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How To Install or Replace a Euro Power Pin on a BTB Platform Gun

Remove liner and strain relief from the gun assembly. Disconnect the Euro block leads from the gun by cutting as close as possible on both sides of the butt connectors in order to preserve wire for later retermination. Slide adaptor nut toward cable, thus exposing the Euro block. Remove Euro block from end fitting using wrenches […]

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How To Install or Replace a Bernard Quick Disconnect on a BTB Platform Gun

Remove liner from gun assembly. Viewing quick disconnect from cable end, align wave spring and large snap ring with opening access slot. Compress large snap ring with internal snap ring pliers and remove locking sleeve. Remove small external snap ring with external snap ring pliers from power pin. Remove the control leads from the rigid strain […]

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How To Install or Replace a Universal Power Pin on a BTB Platform Gun

Remove nozzle, contact tip, and gas diffuser / retaining head and lay cable straight. Using a 10 mm wrench, turn liner lock counterclockwise until it is free from the power pin. Remove liner from gun assembly. Remove the screw and assembly from rear strain relief and slide rear strain relief back over power pin. Position control […]

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How To Install or Replace a Liner on a BTB Platform Gun

Bernard® Conventional Liners Remove nozzle, contact tip, and gas diffuser / retaining head and lay cable straight. Using a 10 mm wrench, turn liner lock counterclockwise until it is free from the power pin. Remove liner from gun assembly. With cable laying straight, insert new liner into power pin and feed through gun using short strokes […]

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How To Install or Replace a Fixed Neck on a Straight Handle Gun

Step 1 Place neck in vise.Remove both switch housing mount screws.Slide handle back, exposing the cable connection.Loosen the cable / neck connection using a 7/8″ wrench.Remove from vise and unthread neck by hand.NOTE: The body is now an integral part of the neck and the handle mounting holes are metric (M5). Use the screws supplied […]

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How To Install a Jump Liner

IMPORTANT! Turn off power.Remove nozzle, insulator, contact tip, gas diffuser and neck from gun.Remove old Jump Liner from the back end of the neck.Insert new Jump Liner making sure the liner stop is fully seated at back end of neck.Take the tapered end of the neck and insert into the end fitting of the gun […]

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How To Install Quik Tip Consumables

Standard Installation – Install insulator cap over neck.Trim liner to correct dimension for diffuser being used (see Liner Trim Guidelines).Torque diffuser onto neck to approximately 12 ft.-lbs.Insert tip into gas diffuser and lock into posiiton with a clockwise motion.Thread nozzle onto gas diffuser and tighten firmly by hand. Installation with Conversion Adaptor – Install conversion […]

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How To Install Centerfire HD Series Consumables

Standard Installation – Install insulator cap over neck.Trim liner to between 5/8″ and 3/4″ beyond neck thread.Torque diffuser onto neck to approximately 12 ft.-lbs.Insert tip into gas diffuser.Thread nozzle body onto gas diffuser / tip, and tighten firmly by hand.Thread nozzle cone onto nozzle body, and tighten firmly by hand. Installation with Conversion Adaptor – […]

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How To Install Centerfire Consumables

Standard Installation – Install insulator cap over neck.Trim liner to between 5/8″ and 3/4″ beyond neck thread.Torque diffuser onto neck to approximately 12 ft.-lbs.Insert tip into gas diffuser.Thread nozzle onto gas diffuser / tip and tighten firmly by hand. Installation with Conversion Adaptor – Install conversion adaptor.Install insulator cap over conversion adaptor.Trim liner to between […]

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How to Install or Replace a Liner When Using Centerfire or Quik Tip Diffusers With the New Internal Stop

CAUTION: Disconnect gun from equipment, allow to cool and remove electrode from liner before servicing!   Diffuser Removal: Using the appropriate wrench, remove the gas diffuser with a counterclockwise rotation. Conventional Liner Installation: Re-insert liner into power pin with cable laying straight. Continue until liner lock is fully seated into power pin. A twisting motion […]

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How To Install the New Q-Nut Cover

Install Insulating Ring over the back of the Q-Nut and into the space between the aluminum armor and the front face of the Q-Nut.  Removing front end consumables allows installation over front of neck if desired. Line up the middle of the tall arch on the Q-Nut Cover with the corner of the hex on […]

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